Innovatec Sensing & Communication

What Innovatec Sensing & Communication does

Innovatec Sensing & Communication S.L. is a privately held Spanish engineering company founded in 2006 in Alcoi, Spain, focused on the research and development of technology devices, wireless systems, advanced textiles, and mobile applications. The company operates through three branded technical divisions: ActivoTex (nanofinishing and smart textiles, including the Scutum mosquito-repellent, JTSEN fragrance, i-On negative-ion, and i-Turf artificial-grass-scent technologies), TherCom (wireless temperature and environmental monitoring systems for healthcare, wine production, and electrical infrastructure, sold as T-Clinic, T-Wine, and T-Elec), and TopApps (mobile applications including the PARLA communication platform for people with disabilities and the CityApp digital tourism guide). Its core technical differentiators are patented microencapsulation chemistry — including European Patent No. 12004957.2 covering JTSEN's wash-durable fragrance anchoring mechanism — proprietary wireless sensor hardware under the TherCom family, and a multidisciplinary "socio-engineering" approach that pairs engineering with end-user research in social sciences.

The company is structured as a single Spanish S.L. (private limited company) with offices in Alcoi (HQ), Bilbao, and Barcelona (the Activotex division), plus international offices in Wheeling, West Virginia (USA) and Bangalore (India). Reported headcount is 1-10 employees, primarily engineers and PhD researchers across ICT, chemistry, and social sciences. Innovatec generates revenue through four streams: R&D consultancy and project management for public and private clients, custom hardware and software/firmware development contracts, mobile application development for industrial, governmental, and educational clients (TopApps division), and product sales plus licensing royalties from a small number of exclusive territorial licensees (Scutum in India, i-Turf in Spain/France/Portugal, i-On across the European wellbeing industry). Revenue is not publicly disclosed, and the company has not raised disclosed external equity capital beyond a €56,967 EISMEA SME grant in April 2016.

The business operates primarily through project-based R&D collaborations and EU-funded consortia, with significant participation in programs including FEDER, CDTI, Plan Avanza, the AAL Programme, and the EU 7th Framework Programme (e.g., the TACTIC deaf-blind communication project, the PROMETEO wildfire technologies project, the Solar Design photovoltaic-textile project with Gaviota, and the REPLAY interactive rehabilitation game platform). Recognitions include the 2014 Co-operative Award to the Best Hispanic-Indian Project from the Spanish Vice President's Office for the Scutum/CDTI ISIP Programme work. Distribution relies on exclusive regional licensing arrangements plus direct enterprise engagement, and pricing is quote-based with no public rate cards disclosed.

Name

Innovatec Sensing & Communication

Legal name

Innovatec Sensing & Communication S.L.

Website

https://innovatecsc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Innovatec Sensing & Communication is a Spanish R&D firm developing nanofinished smart textiles (ActivoTex), wireless temperature monitoring systems (TherCom), and mobile applications (TopApps) for healthcare, textile, industrial, and accessibility customers across Europe, the US, and India.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Smart Textiles and Wireless Sensing

NAICS

Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345), Surface Active Agent Manufacturing (325613), Research and Development in Nanotechnology (541713)

SIC

Soap, Detergents, Cleang Preparations, Perfumes, Cosmetics (2840), Services-Commercial Physical & Biological Research (8731), Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMAOADAM

Smart & Conductive E-Textiles (Heated Textiles/Sensors/EMI Shielding/Antistatic)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Textiles, Apparel & Leather Manufacturing/Technical & Industrial Textiles Manufacturing

SECONDARYCRADAKAJ

Insect & Pest Control (Indoor/Outdoor Insecticides, Repellents, Traps)

Consumer Products & Retail/Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Manufacturing & Brands/Home & Fabric Care Products

SECONDARYTLAEALAK

Vaccine/biopharma cold chain compliance sensors (GxP/21 CFR Part 11 capable)

Transportation & Logistics/Logistics Technology & Telematics (TMS/WMS, Tracking, ELD/IoT)/Cold Chain Monitoring & Condition/Asset Sensors (Temperature, Shock, Humidity)

SECONDARYHLAGAMAF

Packaging, Insulation & Temperature-Controlled Shippers (Qualified Systems)

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Life Science Tools & Services (CRO/CDMO/Lab Services)/Supply Chain, Logistics & Cold Chain for Life Sciences

Keywords

• Smart textiles nanofinishing
• Microencapsulation technology
• Wireless temperature monitoring
• Custom mobile applications
• R&D engineering services

Headquarters

HQ city

Alcoy

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. R&D Services and Project Management: Innovatec provides consultancy and project management for private companies and public-sector clients, covering the full life-cycle of projects from conception to completion.
2. Custom Hardware and Software/Firmware Development: Custom hardware and software/firmware development services, including built-in complete systems and devices. Revenue generated through bespoke engineering development contracts.
3. Mobile Application Licensing: TopApps area works on demand for industrial companies, government bodies, educational institutions, and other organizations developing specific mobile applications. Revenue from bespoke app development contracts.
4. Technology Licensing — Nanofinishing: ActivoTex technology licensed exclusively in specific geographic regions (e.g., i-Turf exclusive for Spain, France, Portugal; i-On exclusive for wellbeing industry in Europe; Scutum exclusive in India). Revenue from licensing fees and royalties.
5. Product Sales — Nanofinishing Treatments: Sale of microencapsulated textile products (Scutum, JTSEN, i-On, i-Turf) applied during industrial finishing processes, through spraying, or in domestic settings.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Innovatec Sensing & Communication develops and commercializes technology devices, systems, and advanced textiles across three domains: ActivoTex (nanofinishing and microencapsulated smart textiles including Scutum mosquito repellent, JTSEN fragrance, i-On negative ion textiles, and i-Turf artificial turf scent); TherCom (wireless remote temperature monitoring systems for healthcare, wine production, and electrical facilities via T-Clinic, T-Wine, and T-Elec); and TopApps (specialized mobile applications such as Parla for accessibility and CityApp for tourism). The company also provides custom R&D, hardware, and software development services on a project basis.

Product overview

Innovatec Sensing & Communication is a technology company offering products across three core areas: ActivoTex (high performance textiles and nanofinishing), TherCom (remote sensing and wireless technologies), and TopApps (mobile applications). The ActivoTex division includes Scutum (microencapsulated mosquito repellent textiles), JTSEN (microencapsulated fragrances), i-On (negative ion textile technology), and i-Turf (fresh-cut grass scent for artificial turf). The TherCom division provides temperature monitoring solutions including T-Clinic (healthcare temperature monitoring), T-Wine (wine production/storage monitoring), and T-Elec (electricity sector monitoring). The TopApps division offers Parla (communication platform for disabled people) and CityApp (digital city guide). These products are sold as distinct branded offerings targeting different vertical markets rather than as a unified platform architecture.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ActivoTex: High performance textiles and nanofinishing products including Scutum (mosquito repellent), JTSEN (microencapsulated scents), i-On (negative ion wellness textiles), and i-Turf (artificial grass fragrance).
• TherCom
• TopApps

Products and services

• Scutum Microencapsulated mosquito repellent textile treatment that gradually releases an active repellent ingredient through friction. Applied during industrial finishing, spraying, or domestic washing; reduces mosquito bites by up to 67%. Targets textile manufacturers and brands seeking functional, durable insect-repellent fabrics for malaria and dengue prevention.
• JTSEN Patented microencapsulation technology (European Patent No. 12004957.2) that anchors fragrance microcapsules onto fabrics so scents are slowly released through friction and endure repeated domestic or industrial washing. Applied to fabrics, corporate spaces, packaging, and business cards for brand differentiation.
• i-On Inserts slow-releasing negative ions into textile fabrics to generate relaxation responses and increase wellbeing by counteracting positive ions associated with fatigue and stress. Applied via industrial finishing or spraying onto mattresses, bed linen, sportswear, and upholstery; licensed exclusively for the wellbeing industry in Europe.
• i-Turf Microencapsulated fresh-cut grass scent applied during manufacturing of artificial turf fibers, gradually releasing aroma over several months. Adds sensory differentiation to artificial turf products; licensed exclusively for Spain, France, and Portugal.
• T-Clinic Wireless temperature monitoring system for healthcare settings that provides constant unsupervised temperature control of hospitalized patients and real-time monitoring of outpatients, enabling long-term monitoring, telemedicine applications, and assessment of antipyretic medication effectiveness, including for pediatric patients.
• T-Wine Multichannel wireless device with four temperature probes for continuous monitoring of wine manufacturing and storage conditions across tanks and barrels, with real-time checkpoint/mobile application access and customizable threshold alarms.
• T-Elec Temperature and movement monitoring system for power and station transformers and electrical facilities that tracks thermal and mechanical stresses, identifies hottest regions in equipment, and supports degradation assessment for safety and efficiency. Part of the TherCom product family.
• Parla Interactive communication platform for people with physical handicaps, mental or cognitive disorders. Uses an intuitive image-based language protocol with multisensory input/output and immediate feedback to compensate for lack of oral skills. Available on Mac, Windows, Android, and iOS.
• CityApp Digital city guide mobile application for Android and iPhone featuring an updated events calendar, Facebook integration, guide path navigation, historic city section, and listings for accommodation, restaurants, shops, and services. Developed for the US market including Wheeling, WV and the Museum of the Civil War.
• TopApps Custom Mobile Application Development Bespoke mobile application development service for industrial companies, government bodies, and educational institutions, connecting advanced mobile apps with sensor systems and wireless communication tools for real-time monitoring.
• R&D and Custom Hardware/Software Engineering Services Consultancy and project management covering the full lifecycle of R&D projects, plus custom hardware and software/firmware development including complete built-in systems and devices for industrial, healthcare, textile, and environmental applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Scutum mosquito repellent demonstrated a -67% reduction in mosquito bites in field testing with the Vicente Ferrer Group in India.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature11 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Indra Software LabscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2013Collaborated as part of the TACTIC project consortium to develop a pioneering tactile stimulation communication device for deaf-blind people. Innovatec handled ergonomic assessment and usability testing with end users. The project also involved the Polytechnic University of Valencia.
• Polytechnic University of ValenciacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2013Part of the TACTIC project consortium developing tactile communication technology for deaf-blind people. Contributed academic research expertise.
• Inaer Helicopters (Coordinator)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading the PROMETEO consortium for forest fire technologies. Other consortium partners include Hispasat, Indra Espacio, Indra Software Labs, Deimos Space (Elecnor), Telvent Sneider, Expace Maxam, Geacam, Vaersa, Isdefe, Inaer Maintenance, Aries Ingeniería, Tecnosylva, Brainstorm Multimedia, and Innovatec.
• Vicente Ferrer Group (India)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndian partner that field-tested the Scutum mosquito-repellent textile product. Testing achieved a reduction of mosquito bites by as much as -67%. The project was funded by CDTI within the ISIP Programme.
• GaviotaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborating with Innovatec to develop a prototype integrated solar awning fabric powering a lighting system embedded in it. Part of the EU 7th Framework Programme-funded Solar Design project.
• Brainstorm Multimedia SL (Spain)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLead organization in the REPLAY project consortium developing an interactive game platform for young people at risk of social exclusion. Other partners include Toy Technological Institute (Spain), University Alexandru Ioan Cuza (Romania), White Loop Ltd. (UK), Asociacion de Amigos El Cerezo (Spain), and ROTALENT (Romania).
• International University and Research Institute NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInnovatec maintains close links with scholars and research centers from across Europe, India, and the United States. Working in partnership generates high-impact products with market potential. The company is committed to close collaboration with universities, research institutes, and other companies.
• ACTIVOTEX DivisionminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerACTIVOTEX is a branded division of Innovatec (www.activotex.com) that commercializes nanofinishing and smart textile technologies. Operates from Barcelona with dedicated contact information.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Avaz Inc. Indian assistive technology company producing picture-based AAC mobile applications for children and adults with communication disabilities. Comparable mobile AAC delivery model to Parla.
• Insect Shield: US-based company that applies insect-repellent treatments to apparel and textiles for outdoor, military, and humanitarian markets. Closest commercial analogue to Innovatec's Scutum product line.
• Monnit: US-based wireless sensor company offering remote temperature and environmental monitoring solutions for industrial and commercial customers. Direct competitor in the same TherCom product category.
• Smartbox Assistive Technology: UK-based provider of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices and software for people with disabilities. Direct comparable to Innovatec's Parla universal communicator product.
• Disruptive Technologies: Norwegian provider of miniature wireless IoT sensors for temperature, proximity, and environmental monitoring. Comparable to Innovatec's TherCom wireless temperature sensing stack across industrial and healthcare use cases.
• Devan Chemicals: Belgian specialty chemical company focused on microencapsulation and functional finishes for textiles (fragrances, cooling, wellness). Direct comparable to Innovatec's ActivoTex/JTSEN microencapsulation platform.
• Berlinger: Swiss manufacturer of temperature monitoring solutions for pharmaceutical cold chain and life sciences. Comparable in regulated wireless temperature monitoring use cases overlapping T-Clinic and T-Wine.

Broad incumbents

• Archroma: Global specialty chemicals company offering textile finishes, coatings, and functional chemistries. Operates in the same end markets as Innovatec's ActivoTex but at much larger scale across multiple chemistries.
• Balchem: US specialty chemical company with a significant microencapsulation franchise serving food, nutrition, and industrial markets. Comparable core technology to Innovatec's microencapsulation IP though at much larger scale.
• Sensitech: Global provider of cold chain visibility and temperature monitoring solutions owned by Carrier. Operates in regulated temperature monitoring use cases overlapping TherCom's T-Wine and T-Clinic applications.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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